Peace Restoration and Integral Global Development Initiative (PRIDE) is a Nigerian non-governmental, non-profit organization established in 2018. It focuses on humanitarian assistance, peacebuilding, protection, and sustainable development, particularly for vulnerable people and communities affected by conflict, displacement, natural disasters, and poverty.
PRIDE works to improve the well-being of women, men, children, and young people by supporting access to essential services, strengthening community resilience, promoting self-reliance, and protecting the rights and dignity of affected populations. Its humanitarian and development activities have included interventions in Northeast and Northwest Nigeria.
The organization is headquartered in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Mission
To improve the quality of life of vulnerable populations in Nigeria through social protection programmes, sustainable development, and community resilience.
Vision
To restore dignity, peace, harmony, and self-reliance among people affected by humanitarian crises, displacement, and poverty.
Core Values
- Integrity and Accountability: Promoting transparency and responsible management of resources.
- Equality and Inclusion: Respecting the rights and dignity of people regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or background.
- Compassion: Responding to the needs of vulnerable and crisis-affected populations.
- Diversity: Recognizing and respecting differences within communities.
- Responsiveness: Adapting programmes to changing humanitarian needs.
- Teamwork and Collaboration: Working with communities, professionals, and partner organizations.
- Empowerment: Supporting individuals and communities to become self-reliant.
Core Areas of Intervention
1. Humanitarian Assistance
- Providing support to people affected by conflict, displacement, and natural disasters.
- Supporting vulnerable households with essential humanitarian assistance.
- Responding to the needs of crisis-affected communities.
2. Protection and Gender-Based Violence Prevention
- Promoting the safety and rights of vulnerable women, children, and other at-risk groups.
- Supporting community-based protection initiatives.
- Addressing protection concerns affecting displaced and conflict-affected populations.
3. Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM)
- Supporting coordination and management activities in displacement sites.
- Conducting site monitoring and community engagement.
- Identifying needs and supporting improvements in living conditions for displaced people.
4. Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution
- Promoting peaceful coexistence and community reconciliation.
- Supporting initiatives that strengthen social cohesion.
- Encouraging community participation in peacebuilding processes.
5. Food Security and Livelihoods
- Supporting access to food and livelihood opportunities.
- Promoting skills development and economic empowerment.
- Helping vulnerable households strengthen their capacity to recover from crises.
6. Shelter and Non-Food Items (NFI)
- Supporting shelter-related humanitarian interventions.
- Assisting vulnerable households with essential non-food items.
- Contributing to improved living conditions in displacement-affected communities.
7. Health and Community Outreach
- Supporting community-based health activities and health promotion.
- Participating in outreach initiatives addressing basic health and hygiene needs.
- Supporting activities such as hygiene promotion and child health campaigns where implemented.
8. Education and Community Development
- Supporting community-focused educational and awareness activities.
- Promoting participation and capacity development among vulnerable groups.
- Encouraging initiatives that strengthen community well-being.
9. Climate Adaptation and Environmental Protection
- Supporting environmental awareness and climate adaptation activities.
- Promoting environmentally responsible practices in humanitarian settings.
- Contributing to environmental rehabilitation and mitigation initiatives.
10. Social Protection and Community Resilience
- Supporting initiatives that improve the well-being of vulnerable populations.
- Strengthening community capacity to cope with crises.
- Promoting dignity, inclusion, and sustainable recovery.
Geographic Reach
PRIDE has focused particularly on Northeast and Northwest Nigeria. Its stated areas of operational emphasis include Borno, Adamawa, Yobe, and Zamfara States. Its activities have included work with conflict-affected communities and displaced populations, with documented interventions in parts of Borno State.
Its precise operational locations may vary according to project requirements and funding.
Target Beneficiaries and Stakeholders
PRIDE’s programmes focus on:
- Internally displaced persons (IDPs).
- Conflict- and disaster-affected communities.
- Vulnerable women and girls.
- Children and young people.
- Vulnerable men and households.
- Persons with disabilities.
- Low-income households and underserved communities.
- Host communities in humanitarian settings.
- Community groups and local stakeholders.
Partnerships and Collaboration
PRIDE works through partnerships and collaboration with organizations, professionals, and other stakeholders to implement humanitarian and development programmes. Its documented project experience includes collaboration connected with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on environmental considerations in displacement sites. Its work has also featured in humanitarian coordination reporting.
Specific partnerships and funding arrangements may differ between projects and should be verified for each programme.
Careers and Opportunities
People interested in working with PRIDE may explore opportunities in the following areas, depending on its recruitment needs:
- Project Management and Programme Coordination.
- Protection and Gender-Based Violence Prevention.
- Camp Coordination and Camp Management (CCCM).
- Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL).
- Health Outreach and Community Mobilization.
- Food Security and Livelihoods.
- Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution.
- Shelter and Non-Food Items.
- Procurement and Logistics.
- Finance and Administration.
- Human Resources and Compliance.
- Data Collection and Field Monitoring.
- Environmental Protection and Climate Adaptation.
- Communications and Community Engagement.
These are potential career areas based on the organization’s work; they do not necessarily represent current vacancies.
Focus Areas – PRIDE
Humanitarian Assistance • Protection and Gender-Based Violence Prevention • Camp Coordination and Camp Management • Peacebuilding • Food Security and Livelihoods • Shelter and Non-Food Items • Health Outreach • Education and Community Development • Climate Adaptation • Social Protection • Community Resilience • Women and Youth Empowerment
